Course Description
Fundamentals of grammar, pronunciation, reading, composition, and conversation of standard (including classical) Arabic.
Athena Title
ELEM STAND ARB I
Semester Course Offered
Offered fall
Grading System
A - F (Traditional)
Course Objectives
This course is aimed at establishing a firm foundation in the Arabic alphabet towards attaining fluency in reading vocalized Arabic texts; basic vocabulary acquisition and initiation into essential Arabic syntax: including the nominal phrase, the construct, and conjugation of the past and present tense verbs with an emphasis on the use of the verbal sentence. An accent is be placed upon listening comprehension and basic speaking skills, which will include in-class and language laboratory experience with listening and dictation exercises. Communicate Effectively through Writing To strengthen skills in written composition, analysis, and presentation by means of projects such as essays, papers, reports, and examinations. Communicate Effectively through Speech To strengthen skills in oral expression, analysis, style, and interaction by means such as class reports, class discussion, and oral examinations. Computer Literacy To enhance and facilitate computer literacy by the use of word processing, the web, email, and OASIS through research, preparation, and presentation of work such as oral class reports and completion of written assignments. Critical Thinking To foster critical thinking by engaging in activities such as classroom discussion and debate, essay examinations, and oral presentations. Moral Reasoning (Ethics) To assist in the continued development of moral and ethical reasoning and reflection by encouraging creative thinking regarding individual and community concerns and needs, the challenging of prejudices and stereotypes, and examining rational and ethical bases of constructive social interactions.
Topical Outline
- Alphabet - Long and short vowel - Detached pronouns - Nominal sentence - Verbal sentences - Attached pronouns
General Education Core
CORE IV: World Languages and Global CultureSyllabus